{"id":638,"date":"2025-07-15T23:34:30","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T23:34:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=638"},"modified":"2025-07-15T23:34:49","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T23:34:49","slug":"classic-glazed-donuts-recipe-soft-fluffy-and-irresistibly-sweet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=638","title":{"rendered":"Classic Glazed Donuts Recipe: Soft, Fluffy, and Irresistibly Sweet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There\u2019s something undeniably comforting about a freshly made glazed donut. The soft, airy texture paired with that delicate, sweet glaze makes it the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or any time you need a sugary pick-me-up. This homemade glazed donut recipe captures that bakery-style perfection right in your kitchen\u2014pillowy on the inside, lightly golden on the outside, and finished with a silky vanilla glaze that melts in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Soft and Fluffy Texture:<\/strong> These donuts are made with a yeast-based dough, giving them a light and airy crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect Sweetness:<\/strong> The vanilla glaze offers just the right touch of sweetness without overpowering the donut itself.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better Than Store-Bought:<\/strong> Nothing beats the taste of a freshly fried donut straight from your own kitchen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fun to Make:<\/strong> This recipe is beginner-friendly and a fun weekend baking project to enjoy with family or friends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Donut Dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 \u00bc teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00be cup warm milk (about 110\u00b0F)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vegetable oil for frying<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Vanilla Glaze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 cups powdered sugar, sifted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc cup milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Glazed Donuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Prepare the Dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the foamy yeast mixture to the bowl and stir to combine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until the dough comes together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 4-5 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Shape the Donuts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to about \u00bd inch thickness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a donut cutter (or a round cutter and a smaller cutter for the hole) to cut out donuts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the cut donuts on a parchment-lined tray, cover lightly, and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes until puffy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Fry the Donuts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Use a thermometer to maintain consistent temperature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fry the donuts in batches, cooking each side for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a slotted spoon to transfer the donuts to a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Make the Glaze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dip each warm donut into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place glazed donuts on a wire rack to set for a few minutes before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for the Best Glazed Donuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Consistent Oil Temperature:<\/strong> Keep the oil between 350\u00b0F-360\u00b0F to ensure even cooking without greasy donuts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t Overwork the Dough:<\/strong> Over-kneading can make the donuts tough instead of soft.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve Fresh:<\/strong> These donuts are best enjoyed fresh on the same day for that soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flavor Variations:<\/strong> Add a hint of almond extract to the glaze or sprinkle with crushed nuts for a unique twist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Breakfast:<\/strong> Pair with a hot cup of coffee or a vanilla latte.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dessert:<\/strong> Serve alongside fresh fruit or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Party Treat:<\/strong> Stack them on a platter for a fun and sweet centerpiece at brunch or celebrations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making glazed donuts at home is surprisingly simple and the reward is well worth the effort. Once you\u2019ve had a bite of these soft, fluffy, and perfectly glazed delights, store-bought donuts just won\u2019t compare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Stick around\u2014every visit tastes better than the last at The Buttered Bliss.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BED39134-8042-45DB-9F78-A495D27D21D3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BED39134-8042-45DB-9F78-A495D27D21D3.png 640w, https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BED39134-8042-45DB-9F78-A495D27D21D3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BED39134-8042-45DB-9F78-A495D27D21D3-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s something undeniably comforting about a freshly made glazed donut. The soft, airy texture paired with that delicate, sweet glaze makes it the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or any time you need a sugary pick-me-up. This homemade glazed donut recipe captures that bakery-style perfection right in your kitchen\u2014pillowy on the inside, lightly golden on [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":629,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-638","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-baking-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/638","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=638"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/638\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":639,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/638\/revisions\/639"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/629"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=638"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=638"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=638"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}